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Australia Visa Checklist 

General Requirements (All Categories)

  • Valid passport (must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the travel date)

  • Recent passport-size photograph (as per Australian photo specs)

  • Completed and signed visa application form (online via ImmiAccount)

  • Proof of legal status in the USA (e.g., valid US visa, Green Card, I-797)

  • Service fee: $325 per application

1. Tourist Visa (Subclass 600) – Visitor Stream

Required Documents

  • Passport biodata page

  • US visa or Green Card copy

  • Travel itinerary

  • Hotel bookings (if applicable)

  • Proof of funds (bank statements for the last 3-6 months, payslips, Form 16)

  • Cover letter explaining purpose of visit

  • Employment proof or leave letter (if employed)

  • Invitation letter (if visiting family/friends)

Fee

Estimated Processing Time

20–30 calendar days

2. Business Visa (Subclass 600 – Business Visitor Stream)

Required Documents

  • All documents listed under Tourist Visa

  • Business invitation letter from Australian company

  • Conference registration (if attending one)

  • Letter from employer stating reason for visit and financial guarantee

Fees

  • Embassy fee: AUD 190 (~USD 130)

  • Service fee: $325

  • Total: ~$455

Estimated Processing Time

  • 10–20 business days

3. Student Visa (Subclass 500)

Required Documents

  • Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from Australian institution

  • Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement

  • Proof of funds (living cost + tuition)

  • English language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE)

  • OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover) policy

  • Academic transcripts

  • Passport and US visa copy

Fees

  • Embassy fee: AUD 710 (~USD 485)

  • Service fee: $325

  • Total: ~$810

Estimated Processing Time

  • 30–45 calendar days

4. Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482 – Employer Sponsored)

Required Documents

  • Job offer from Australian employer 

  • Proof of qualifications and experience 

  • Skills assessment (if applicable)

  • Sponsorship documents from employer

  • English proficiency evidence

  • Health and character documents

Fees

  • Embassy fee: AUD 1,455 (~USD 995)

  • Service fee: $325

  • Total: ~$1,320

Estimated Processing Time

  • 35–60 business days

5. Partner Visa (Subclasses 820/801 or 309/100)

Required Documents

  • Evidence of relationship (marriage certificate, photos, joint accounts)

  • Identity documents of both partners

  • Sponsor details

  • Form 888 (statutory declarations from friends/family)

  • Proof of shared residence

Fees

  • Embassy fee: AUD 8,850 (~USD 6,050)

  • Service fee: $325

  • Total: ~$6,375

Estimated Processing Time

  • Partner (Temporary) 309: 10–16 months

  • Partner (Permanent) 100: 16–24 months after 309

Notes

  • All fees are approximate based on exchange rate AUD 1 = USD 0.68. May vary with exchange fluctuations.

  • Biometrics may be required depending on location.

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